Braxton Brewing Company is stepping up to the plate as the Cincinnati Reds’ first official craft beer partner, locking in a multi-year deal that puts co-branded brews in both Great American Ball Park and Braxton taprooms across the region. The lineup debuts with Ballpark Beer, a crisp German-style light brewed for nine innings, slated to roll out March 7 at Braxton locations before showing up at the ballpark the following week. The agreement calls for additional co-branded releases through the 2026 season as the two hometown names play directly to fans’ local loyalties.
Official word from the club
The two sides detailed the arrangement in a joint press statement that names Braxton the Reds’ first ever Official Craft Beer Partner and confirms that co-branded beers will be available at Great American Ball Park, at every Braxton taproom and at select retail spots across Reds Country, according to MLB. In that release, Braxton co-founder Jake Rouse called the milestone “incredibly meaningful” for the company and its community roots. The announcement introduces Ballpark Beer as the opening pitch in the partnership, describing it as a light, easy-drinking lager built for summer ballgames.
Launch events and sneak peek
Fans looking to get an early taste will not have to wait for first pitch. CityBeat reports that Ballpark Beer will get a March 7 sneak peek at any Braxton location, with the Covington flagship hosting several Reds Hall of Famers and a celebratory tapping. The outlet notes a 3 p.m. preview at Braxton’s taprooms and says the launch will feature mascots and fan activations. Those who skip the taproom rollout should find the beer on draft at Great American Ball Park the week after the preview.
Timing and rollout
MLB’s official press release lists a 1 p.m. tapping at select Braxton locations on March 7 and says that Ballpark Beer is set to be available throughout Reds Country the following week, according to MLB. With two outlets offering slightly different start times for the preview, fans may want to double-check Braxton’s and the Reds’ official channels before heading out on launch day.
Why it matters locally
The partnership formalizes a relationship that has been brewing for years. Local coverage and the club note that Braxton beers have been poured at Great American Ball Park since 2015, and this deal stretches that presence beyond a handful of taps, per CityBeat. For Braxton, the agreement boosts regional distribution and secures marquee game-day placement. Limited-edition co-branded cans and seasonal releases are expected to play a prominent role in the rollout across the 2026 season.
Whether you are a die-hard Reds fan, a Braxton regular or just someone who appreciates a cold local beer with your baseball, this partnership means more hometown brews in more hands and plenty of collectible cans and taproom events along the way. Fans can look to official Reds and Braxton channels for confirmed launch details as the March 7 preview approaches.
